Primary Purpose

• Calculate and submit payroll for paraprofessional and auxiliary employees in the transportation department, insuring proper payment of all employees in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.

 Responsibilities

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED

 Special Knowledge/Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Competent math and bookkeeping skills      
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

 Experience

• Minimum of 3 years successful general office experience
• School district payroll experience preferred

 Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Produce semi-monthly payroll in an accurate and timely manner by input of relative data and verification of input accuracy.
2. Process transportation extracurricular payments through payroll.
3. Interface with HR about auxiliary and paraprofessional salaries and calculate per pay period amount for payment.
4. Coordinate with payroll office for timely and accurate payment of terminated employees.
5. Maintain computerized files, including payroll records and absent from duty reports.
6. Assist and respond to employee concerns regarding payroll.
7. Assist employees with necessary paperwork regarding name change procedures, direct deposit, etc.
8. Maintain confidentiality at all times.
9. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality staff development opportunities for personal growth.
10. Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
11. Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
12. Demonstrate integrity and ethics.
13. Display proficient levels of technology applications.
14. Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
15. Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
16. Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
17. Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
18. Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
19. Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
20. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Effective verbal and written communication
• Concentration while performing duties
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Moderate standing, walking, bending, lifting
• Prolonged sitting and use of computer
• Repetitive hand motions

Days in Contract:  230

Hours:  7.5

Pay Grade:  Para 5